STEERING SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE
A Steering Failure Offshore Is an Emergency
Steering systems should receive annual inspection regardless of vessel size.
Steering systems should receive annual inspection regardless of vessel size.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
Hydraulic Fluid Analysis
Hydraulic Leak Inspection
Hose Condition Inspection
Cylinder Inspection
Helm Testing
Rudder Feedback Verification
Pump Performance Testing
Emergency Steering Review
Sea-Trial Verification
WARNING
SIGNS
Steering Drift
Delayed Response
Fluid Loss
Uneven Steering Effort
Excessive Helm Movement
Hydraulic Contamination
SYSTEMS SUPPORTED
